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AREAS TO EXPLORE 6 The Ithaca Commons 7 Gateway Plaza & East State St. 9 Press Bay

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YOUR BEST #DOWNTOWNITHACA This guide is produced by: Downtown Ithaca Alliance, 171 E. State St., 607-277-8679

GETTING AROUND

A not for profit organization charged with the revitalization, development, promotion, and management of downtown Ithaca. The Downtown Ithaca Alliance makes every attempt to provide accurate information. Please bring any changes to our attention so we can make corrections for the next guide.

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The area code for Ithaca is 607.

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COVID-19 SERVICES

AURORA STREATERY Returning this Spring, enjoy socially-distant dining al fresco at multiple restaurants on Aurora Street (known to locals as Restaurant Row). This street will be closed to vehicle traffic to allow restaurants to expand their outdoor dining space the full expanse of the sidewalk and pedestrians to walk in the street.

Additionally, restaurants on the Commons and other streets around the district will expand dining areas outside their restaurants.

You can find a listing of restaurants on this street in our Dining Section on page 33 or in the Areas to Explore Restaurant Row Section on page 10.

CURBSIDE PICK-UP STATIONS Downtown Ithaca has six locations along curbsides around the district as curbside pick-up locations. Customers of shops and restaurants can pull up at these designated areas and remain in their car for curbside delivery from one of the nearby shops and restaurants. The locations are: • Seneca St. and Buffalo St., both near the Dewitt Mall • Tioga/Seneca St. at the Commons • Cayuga St. at the Commons • Aurora St. at the Commons • Green St. in front of Press Bay

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HAND SANITIZER STATIONS As you stroll through the Commons, you’ll notice hand sanitizer dispensers have been made available for your use. They are stationed on light poles at major gateway entrances and along the pedestrian walking areas.

Washing hands often and thoroughly when and where soap and water are available is always preferable, but if this can not be done, people are encouraged to make use of the hand sanitizer stations to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Making Business Safe for All IN DOWNTOWN ITHACA

As Covid-19 vaccination rates increase and activities start start back up, it is important to remember that many businesses in Downtown Ithaca will continue to work hard to protect customers and operate their businesses safely.

Downtown Ithaca businesses will continue to follow recommended safety guidelines recommended by the Tompkins County Health Department, the State of New York, and the CDC. We ask all customers, to help keep the community safe by following safety guidelines outlined for each business. These will include mask wearing, limited contact with products on display inside shops, and following social distance or capacity guidance.

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Making Business Safe for All

ITHACA PROMISE Downtown Ithaca along with partners have pledged to help make business safe for all. To demonstrate this commitment, the partners have created the Ithaca Promise. This is a public health and safety pact meant to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 in our community and around the state.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU: Businesses are committed to responsibly affirming and following industry reopening guidelines outlined by the State of New York and the Tompkins County Department of Health. These guidelines include: Provide Facemasks for all Employees Practice New Cleaning & Disinfecting Programs Manage the Density of People Responsibly Monitor the Health of Employee

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YOUR PROMISE TO US: Community and customers, help us ensure everyone’s safety by following safety guidance provided by the State of New York and the Tompkins County Department of Health. These include: Wear a Facemask Practive 6 Feet of Social Distancing Wash Hands Frequently Monitor Your Health

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GROWING During your visit, you may notice an incredible construction project underway a short walking distance from the Commons.

This spring, the existing Green Street Garage around and above Cinemapolis movie theater will undergo a significant vertical transformation utilizing space in our growing community!

This large whole-block project is both the Asteri and the Ithacan development projects. Together, these projects will result in the construction of two glorious 11-story buildings with 181 affordable housing units above a state-of-the-art community conference center, retail space, and 200 market rate apartments. It will transform Green Street with reimagined public spaces and necessary infrastructure updates.

Demolition of the existing garage is scheduled to begin in March 2021 and the Green Street Garage reopening is anticipated for late Fall 2021, with the Conference Center and housing anticipated late 2022.

Parking Options During the Construction Period Cayuga Street Garage conveniently located across the street from Hotel Ithaca and near the Tompkins County Public Library.

Hourly Fee: $1/$10 max. Free on the weekends Seneca Street Garage located across from the Commons near Hilton Garden Inn. Hourly Fee: $1/$10 max Free on the Weekends On-Street Parking: Parking Fee: $1.50 per hour. To use the system, register online at parkmobile.io or download the mobile app.

Once registered, use the mobile app, internet, or Parkmobile’s toll free number 877-727-5730 to pay for parking (Note: if you don’t have a smartphone you can still set up a Parkmobile account and pay for parking by calling the toll free number).

Parking spaces for people with disabilities are available both on the street and inside garages near entrances and elevators.

More information can be found at Call: (607) 274-6570 | Email: clerk@cityofithaca.org Additional information about this project is available at downtownithaca.com/greenstreetgarage

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after famed Cornell University astronomer Carl Sagan, a scale model of the solar system which originates with the sun on the Commons and stretches 3/4 mile to the Sciencenter. The inner ring planets all fit on a short section of Bank Alley.

Upscale restaurants such as Mia Tapas Bar & Restaurant, Simeon’s American Bistro, Thompson and Bleecker and Monks on the Commons are classy settings with gourmet foods served alongside cocktails & spirits. Casual places like Casablanca Pizzeria and Tian Jin or Momo (both serve authentic dumplings and other popular Asian cuisine inside Center Ithaca) are family-friendly and fast.

Sushi Osaka offers many freshly wrapped sushi options and traditional Japanese cuisine while Kimchi serves authentic Korean cuisine and Waffle Frolic provides a variety of freshly prepared breakfast and lunch options. A fun hangout for millennials is Nothing Nowhere where you’ll find specialty cafe-style beverages and interesting chatter from the baristas.

Check out a complete listing of businesses on the Commons in the directory starting on page 24.

Welcome to the Ithaca Commons Canine Friends!

It’s hard to believe for a community that is so pet-friendly, but for many years, dogs were not allowed on the Ithaca Commons. However, this past winter, the City of Ithaca Common Council voted to allow leashed dogs onto the commons.

Dog waste stations will be provided and owners are required to clean up after their furry friends.

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Traveling with children? Visit Alphabet Soup where you’ll find dozens of educational toys, puzzles, games, books and more!

Plus, stop by The Brain Shoppe where you’ll find a variety of brain teasers for the whole family to enjoy. You should also explore the Sagan Planet Walk, named

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The Ithaca Commons is a popular regional destination concentrated with independently owned and operated clothing boutiques including Benjamin Peters, Breathe, and Petrune; gift shops like Sunny Days, Home Green Home and Mockingbird Paperie; art and crafts stores featuring handmade crafts by highly skilled artisans including 15 Steps, American Crafts by Robbie Dein, One World Market, name brand footwear from Cobbler’s Cottage and Homegrown Skateshop; and stores that feature recycled items like Trader K’s and Autumn Leaves Used Books. Plus, find gourmet foods at F. Oliver’s Oils and Vinegars and beverages from around the world at Cellar d’Or Wine and Cider Shop which offer tastings of their products, and The Cornell Store featuring all things Cornell University and selling Cornell Dairy cheese curds, ice cream and maple syrup. Also, don’t forget to grab some gear for your outside adventures at The Outdoor Store which carries name brand apparel and acces-

sories and Ithaca Sheepskin selling handcrafted, warm, cozy, and stylish sheepskin garments.

All of these unique shops and restaurants are housed in some of the most interesting and historic architectural facades in the area.

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When people think of Ithaca, they often think of Cornell University, Ithaca College, the gorges, or the Ithaca Commons. Our award-winning three-block pedestrian mall downtown is the city’s cultural and economic center and a truly iconic feature of Ithaca.

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Across the street from Gateway Plaza is our boutique B&B, Argos Inn and Argos Warehouse, an event space. Housed in a historic mansion, Argos Inn has 13 individually appointed guest rooms, each equipped with a private bath, luxurious bedding, and original works of art by both local and renowned artists. Innovative and traditional cocktails are an absolute must-try at Bar Argos

Nearby, The Community School of Music & Art is a dynamic meeting place for artists, community members and educators to explore ideas, artistic expression and creativity together. On the other side of the street, our newest development, City Centre, offers luxury apartments with the finest amenities. You’ll also find Collegetown Bagels, which has the longest list of handcrafted sandwiches in the city--some even named for local heroes.

Just down the street, approaching the Commons, you’ll discover a connecting street teeming with activity. Don’t miss Bike Bar Ithaca, a cyclist themed pub, next to Old Goat Gear Exchange, an outdoor apparel and gear recyclery selling new and used gear together, or enjoy vegetable-driven dishes and tasty mixed cocktails at The Greenhouse Cafe and Cocktail Lounge or the The Strand.

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A best kept secret, Gateway Plaza offers pleasant views of the Six Mile Creek Nature Area, which is a dedicated pedestrian walkway that extends all the way to Coltivare on Cayuga Street.

where you’ll find an extended outdoor bar.

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The Gateway Plaza and East State is another niche area downtown to explore at the east end of the Commons, offering visitors and residents a variety of mouth-watering dining and culturally-rich opportunities.

Shahi Pakwan serves authentic Indian cuisine that is “fit for royalty” and Angelhearts Diner offers a grand selection of vegan cuisine. For some American fare, grab some freshly baked pizza slices from Domino’s.

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DOWNTOWN ITHACA GIFT CARDS Accepted at over 100 shops and restaurants in Downtown Ithaca!

Purchase online at downtownithaca.com, by phone: (607) 277-8679 or in person at the Downtown Ithaca Alliance office in Center Ithaca.

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Areas to Explore

PRESS BAY ALLEY & COURT artists to come together and share resources, ideas and projects; and Circus Culture, the region’s only circus performance school. If you’re in need of a quick trim or a haircut before venturing around town, True Dat Barber Sho or Big Time Barber Shop.

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Across from the street from Press Bay, you’ll find Odyssey Bookstore, a quaint independently owned shop filled with the latest titles, classic reads and childrens books, too!

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Press Bay Court is a series of micro-retail spaces carved from an existing building previously housing Ithaca Photo. This “court” is bordered by a large courtyard/ performance space which will be programmed throughout the warmer months. Found in these micro spaces are Hair.Color.Art, a trendy salon providing highquality hair services for all ages in a creative, community-supporting studio space; Halal Grocery and Meat, stocked with certified halal meats and other traditional foods sourced from ethnic suppliers in New York City, One Ring Donuts offering freshly made, seasonally inspired donuts, Adrina Dietra selling vintage inspired intimate apparel and apothecary goods,, and Bramble, an enlarged space for the community herbal apothecary and tea shop.

Neighboring the Court, you’ll find Press Bay Alley, a series of micro retail spaces in a row of converted storage bays that formerly housed newsprint for the Ithaca Journal, The Alley is home to Lucky Hare Brewing Co. pouring farm brewed beer; Mama Said Hand Pies crafting handmade pies loaded with locally sourced ingredients; Sparks + Embers carrying indie brand homegoods and apparel; the Press Cafe artisan espresso bar; Ithaca Generator a makerspace for inventors, crafters, designers, engineers and

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Press Bay is an exciting and resilient ecosystem and serves as a signpost for how hip downtown can be. Located on West Green Street, a short walk west of the Commons, and just one block to the east of Green Street’s transit hub, Press Bay Court joins Press Bay Alley.

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When the weather is nice, you’ll find half the town dining al fresco out front of the restaurants, or in their backyard garden like the one at Just a Taste. In fact, you’ll be able to enjoy outdoor dining at many of Aurora Street’s restaurants throughout this spring and summer as part of the seasonal Streatery.

Restaurant Row also offers a variety of shopping too.

Alta Spa & Salon, P6 308 E. State St. Full range of skin, hair, and body care services

Contemporary Trends, P1 121 N. Aurora St. Contemporarytrends.com Scandinavian & domestic furniture & accessories of good design

Bool’s Flower Shop, Q5 209 N. Aurora St. Ithaca’s oldest flower shop since 1894!

Narrative Space, Q6 213 N. Aurora St. #1 Specializing in future hand-me-downs and eventual heirlooms

Cayuga Nail Spa, P2 115 N. Aurora St. Offering manicures and pedicures

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Old Goat Gear Exchange, P7 320 E. State St. Quality new and used outdoor clothing and gear

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Ultra-modern hangouts like Luna Inspired Street Food, allow you to order your worldly favorite street food directly from your phone.

If your meal is not complete without a sophisticated beverage concocted by a skilled mixologist, you simply must dine at Simeon’s American Bistro, Monks on the Commons, Mercato or Le Cafe Cent-Dix. And, Red’s Place, Mahogany Grill, and Ithaca Ale House are guaranteed to satisfy your brews and burgers cravings.

For a selection of brewed coffee and specialty drinks, stop into Ooy’s Deli and find tasty breakfast and lunch sandwiches at the new Hound and Mare.

Shopping in the Restaurant Row Area:

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And the variety is eclectic! At one end where Aurora intersects the east end of the Commons, Viva Taqueria offers freshly prepared and inexpensive Mexican food while at the other end of the street, Asia Cuisine boasts an expansive array of Japanese, Chinese and Korean comfort dishes--their sushi rolls are the stuff of legend.

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Downtown Ithaca has over 65 restaurants, eateries, and bars nestled into 12 square blocks, but Aurora Street in particular happens to be restaurant central!

Affectionately dubbed Restaurant Row, Aurora St. has 15 restaurants on one block offering lunch and dinner throughout the week.

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Ithaca, NY has long been regarded as a foodie paradise, and restaurants in Downtown Ithaca is evidence to this designation! Maybe being an Ivy League collegetown has something to do with it, or maybe we just know and love excellent food. Whatever it is, a trip to Ithaca would not be complete without dining downtown!

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specialty stores in the mall offer everything f rom modern toys at The Cat’s Pajamas, rare coins at Cayuga Coins, and high quality, brand name musical instruments at Ithaca Guitar Works.

Areas to Explore

DEWITT MALL casual eateries: Moosewood Restaurant, the worldfamous vegetarian pioneer, La Bodega, known for its fancy Spanish meats and spices; and Cafe Dewitt, which is legendary for its weekend brunch. Plus, satisfy your sweet tooth with the rich and creamy homemade ice cream at Cayuga Lake Creamery.

The Guide to Being Local For Ithacamade owner, Jan Norman, shopping local is not just a message, but livelihood.

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Jan is the leading force behind an initiative in the community to promote local businesses to residents and visitors called Local First Ithaca. Each year, LFI produces The Guide to Being Local featuring stories and discounts at locally owned businesses. The yearly books are for sale inside participating businesses.

This unique urban mall also includes a member-owned retail cooperatives, Buffalo Street Books and Greenstar Oasis Natural Foods. Additional

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This former high school building was originally designed by famed architect William Henry Miller and later transformed into a center showcasing an assortment of one-of-a-kind independently owned shops including Ithacamade, a gift shop selling handcrafted pottery, home decor, and apparel including Silk Oak clothing; Fibers, a women’s fashion boutique featuring hand woven jackets, colorful pashminas and handcrafted jewelry along with athletic and street wear for teens and tweens. Plus, there’s Luna Love Holistic Hair Studio offering customized haircuts, organic color services and Reiki energy; and three

More about the mall: thedewittmall.com

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Located just one block north of The Commons is one of downtown’s long cherished treasures, the Dewitt Mall.

Simply walk north on Cayuga Street to find this historic, multi-level, multi-use building.

The shopkeepers and restaurateurs, many of them being lifelong locals, are sure to offer you a truly authentic Ithacan experience!

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Making up the west end of the Ithaca Commons, West State and Cayuga Street is a ideal area to find more unique shops and boutiques including The Bloomwell; Handwork, Ithaca’s community artisan co-op; and Comics for Collectors, carrying comics, graphic novels, and fantasy games for all ages; SewGreen where you’ll find stylish womens wear made by American designer Eileen Fisher; and Mane and Wigs for quality hair care products.

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RESTAURANTS & BARS The Cayuga and West State Street corridor hosts an array of locally owned and operated

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During your stay, enjoy a selection of on-demand indie movies from our local indie movie theater, Cinemapolis. Find a listing of recently released films at Cinemapolis.org.

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Additional entertainment on this end of downtown includes Lot 10, an upscale nightclub, with its Let It Slide eatery.

eateries and shops including

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Some of the best entertainment and nightlife in the Finger Lakes happens on West State Street at the historic State Theatre of Ithaca. The State has been entertaining and enriching the community since 1928, when a once automobile garage was converted into the theatre. The 1,600 seat facility hosts nationally recognized acts throughout the season. Find the show listings at stateofithaca.com.

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EVENTS CALENDAR During the pandemic, please check downtownithaca.com for calendar updates.

MARCH 5- Virtual Gallery Night

APRIL 2 - Virtual Gallery Night 18-25: Downtown Ithaca Fashion Week

MAY 7 - Virtual Gallery Night TBD - Virtual Downtown Living Tour

JUNE 4 - Virtual Gallery Night 14-20: Bite of Ithaca 17- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 24- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series

JULY 1- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 2 - Virtual Gallery Night 4 - Independence Day 8- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 15- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 22- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 26-30: Downtown Employee Appreciation Week 29-Aug. 1: Summer Sale Weekend 29- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series

AUGUST 5- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 6 - Virtual Gallery Night 12- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 19- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 26- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series

SEPTEMBER 3-30: Tompkins Trust Company Apple Harvest Festive 2- CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series 3 - Gallery Night Ithaca 6 - Labor Day 9 CFCU Virtual Summer Concert Series

OCTOBER

– Special Events & Promotions – Music & Culture – Events happening in Tompkins County – National events/holidays celebrated locally

ONLINE CALENDARS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS: DOWNTOWN

ITHACA Downtownithaca.com

Want to know more about events happening downtown, check out our website for complete descriptions, event maps and performance schedules.

1 - Gallery Night Ithaca 29- Halloween in Downtown Ithaca

NOVEMBER 5 - Gallery Night Ithaca 23- Holiday Market at Press Bay 25 - Thanksgiving 26 - 29: Shop Small Weekend

DECEMBER 3-11: Winter Light Festival 3 - Gallery Night Ithaca 4- Santa’s Arrival

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Facebook.com/downtownithaca Get the latest information and updates of things happening in downtown from our Facebook page.

Ithacaevents.com

Get in the know about all events, big and small happening all over Ithaca and Tompkins County.

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VIRTUAL & SOCIALLY DISTANT

CELEBRATIONS IN DOWNTOWN Through the pandemic, we’re rethinking ways to celebrate Spring & Summer in ways that are safe for all.

Gallery Night Ithaca Art Gallery Exhibits in Person & Virtually Every first Friday of the Month Presented by: Tompkins Trust Company Sponsored by: WSKG Gallery Night Ithaca presented by Tompkins Trust Company is a monthly event in Downtown Ithaca featuring new art exhibits inside galleries and shops around the downtown district. View art exhibits in virtual 3D galleries and watch art talks and demonstrations online. Take self-guided walking tours of window art displays or check out exhibits inside galleries who have reopened with socially distant viewing options. Gallery Night Ithaca is also supported by WSKG and made possible in part with a grant from the Community Arts Partnership. In-person gallery night openings hope to return this summer. Please check updates online.

First Friday of each month | 5:00-8:00 pm.

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CFCU Summer CONCERT SERIES Free and fun for the entire family, the CFCU Downtown Ithaca Summer Concert Series will broadcast virtually at 6:00 pm each Thursday evening through the Summer. These concerts are traditionally held outdoors at the Bernie Milton Pavilion on the Commons; and may still return to live performances late in the season. However, the shows will appear virtually on the downtown ithaca website and Facebooke Live until it has been deemed safe for large gatherings in the state of New York.

Local and national acts perform music in genres including jazz, blues, reggae, folk, hip hop, country, bluegrass, rock, and more.

The concerts are all ages, so tune in with the whole family! And, even plan takeout from one of the restaurants in Downtown Ithaca to complete the experience!

THURSDAY EVENINGS | 6:00pm - 8:00pm JUNE 17 - SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 Downtownithaca.com/summer-concert-series

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BIte OF ITHACA A true celebration of culinary discovery in Ithaca, New York, Bite of Ithaca is an event that local and regional foodies look forward to all year long.

For one long week, participating restaurants, eateries, and bars around the community will offer $5 “bites” for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner alongside their normal menus. These bites may be mini versions of full plates or designed to be ordered in combination like tapas. Customers can create their own culinary adventure by mapping out the restaurants they want to dine at throughout the week using their Bite passport. By checking in at the restaurants, customers can also qualify to win prizes like gift cards to dine at their favorite participating Bite restaurant.

June 14 - 20, 2021 Biteofithaca.com

TOMPKINS TRUST COMPANY APPLE HARVEST FESTIVE Celebrating the Apple Harvest Season Safely & Socially Distant Presented by: Tompkins Trust Company Downtown Ithaca will welcome farmers, cideries and of course apple growers to showcase their harvest bounty throughout the week in a socially distant, dedensified farmers market and cider trail happening on the commons and inside downtown shops and restaurants in the district.

Shops and restaurants will also feature apple & cider themed menus and goods for sale too, all of which will be on a Cider Trail passport. People can collect stamps from shops & eateries they visit during the week to win prizes! Next fall, we hope to return with our 39th Annual Apple Harvest Festival over the last weekend in September 2021.

MON., SEPT. 3 - SUN., OCT. 3, 2021 Downtownithaca.com/apple-harvest-festival

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GETTING AROUND PARKING & TRANSPORTATION For more information about parking downtown, please visit the cityofithaca.org/705/ParkingInformation

Garage Parking Downtown Downtown Ithaca currently has 2 city-owned parking structures downtown for a combined 2,000 parking spaces available with a third garage about to under go construction and slated to re-open near the end of 2021. Both garages are conveniently located for walkable access to anything downtown.

Seneca Garage 202 E. Seneca St. Cayuga Garage 235 S. Cayuga St.

All Garages Are Automated Self-Pay Parking Customers are encouraged to pay at garage pay machines conveniently located near garage elevators before they get in their cars and drive away. There are also credit-card only pay machines at the exit gate in case you forget.

On-Street Pay Stations Parking pay stations are centrally located on each block and accept cash/coin, credit or debit cards. You only have to pay once for the day and can move your car around to various downtown or Collegetown metered parking areas.

On-street metered parking is currently $1.50/hr.

Minimum parking purchase for credit card payments is $0.50.

No minimum for cash/coin purchases.

Parkmobile SmartphonE App You can also pay with your smartphone by downloading and using the Parkmobile app (smartphones). The app allows you to easily pay to park from the comfort of your car.

Parkmobile is a convenient app used in other cities around the U.S. and will send you notifications when your time is running out. You can easily extend your time by following prompts in the text message.

Parking Rate: $1/hour - Short term, 2-hour parking spaces available Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday………..2:00am - 11:00pm Saturday & Sunday……..FREE

FREE PARKING on Weekends & EVENINGS Parking downtown is FREE on weekends inside all the garages and on the street. During the week, free parking on the street starts at 6:00PM and ends at 9:00 AM the next morning. Inside garages during the week, parking is free 11:00PM-2:00AM.

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Valet Parking

Valet Parking Service

The Hilton Garden Inn and the Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons offer valet parking as a service to people coming downtown to shop and dine, in addition to their hotel guests.

Hilton Garden Inn: 130 E. Seneca St. Ithaca Marriott 120 S. Aurora St. : Valet parking is available 7 days a week, 12pm – 10pm at a rate of $3/hour. Simply pull up to either hotel’s front entrance and look for a parking attendant or ask at the front desk.

TCAT Bus Service

Taxi Service

Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT)

Ithaca Dispatch (607) 277-TAXI, ithacataxi.biz University Taxi (607) 272-3333 Collegetown Cab (607) 588-8888

buses make getting downtown easy and convenient. TCAT’s main hub is centered around the Ithaca Commons so almost every bus route passes through the downtown area.

For bus stop locations, maps, and schedules, visit tcatbus.com or call 607-277-RIDE (7433).

BUS FARE: $1.50 Seniors & Youth (6-17) $.75 Correct change only | Anywhere in Tompkins Co. POPULAR ROUTES: Bus service between Cornell & the Commons: Routes 10 & 30(week), 70 & 72(weekends) & Route 90 (nights except Sunday) Service between Ithaca College & the Commons: Route 11

INTER CITY BUS DEPOT The relocated Intercity Bus Depot makes its home at 131 E. Green Street. Riders can board Greyhound, Shortline, Coach, and other bus lines serving New York City, Washington D.C. and Philadelphia.

UBER & LYFT Ithaca is now served by Lyft and Uber. Download the app on your smartphone to access and start using it to get to and from downtown. Surge pricing may apply.

Biking in Ithaca Downtown Ithaca is becoming a safer and more convenient place to bike thanks to efforts by the City of Ithaca, local initiatives and community members.

Check out Bikewalktompkins.org to learn more about riding your bicycle in Downtown Ithaca.

The site includes maps and guides highlighting bike lanes trails, and bike boulevards for safer city cycling.

You’ll also find on the map featured in this guide locations of covered bicycle parking facilities within the district.

This new location for the Intercity Bus Depot is conveniently located next to TCAT’s Green Street bus stop, which is major transfer station for the local bus service to all parts of Tompkins County.

Ourbus Pick-up & drop-off for travelers riding on Ourbus is located at 130 E. Seneca St. out in front of Starbucks and the Hilton Garden Inn.

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ORANGE PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

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1. Mosaic Glass Mirror from 15 Steps 2. Juju Orange Maruca Bag from 15 Steps 3. Felix Ever After Book from Odyssey Bookstore 4. Blood Orange Olive Oil from F. Olivers 5. Kinfeild DEET-Free Repellent from The Bloomwell 6. Moment Hibiscus Botanical Water from The Bloomwell 7. CBG Immune Support Bev Enhancement from Your CBD Store 8. Avital’s Apiaries Bath Fizzies from Ithacamade 9. Natural Life Travel Mug from Sunny Days 10. Brian Giniewski Orange Drip Vase from The Bloomwell 11. CBG Citrus Tincture from Your CBD Store 12. Orange Shell Earrings from One World Market 13. Macintosh Apple Bar Soap from The Cornell Store 14. Beaded Boho Necklace from One World Market 15. Hemp Gummy Fruit Slices from Your CBD Store 16. Marvel’s The Black Widow from Comics For Collectors

1. Rifle Paper Company Gift Wrap from Mockingbird Paperie 2. Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Shirt from Benjamin Peters 3. Tummple Mix Game from The Brain Shoppe 4. Pink Shampoo and Conditioner from Mane and Wigs 5. Macintosh Apple Foaming Hand Soap from Sunny Days 6. Screen Printed Kate E’s Designs Love Tee from Fibers 7. Bali Hand Printed Batik Rayon Scarf from One World Market 8. Coral Hydro Flask from The Cornell Store 9. Lékué Microwave PopCorn Maker from F. Olivers 10. With The Fire On High Book from Odyssey Bookstore 11. Light Up Flamingo Bath Toy from Alphabet Soup 12. Hot Pink Kalimba Finger Piano from The Brain Shoppe

YELLOW PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS 1. Flower Umbrella from Cobbler’s Cottage 2. Avec Grapefruit & Pomelo Mixer from The Bloomwell 3. Grove Citrus Candle from The Bloomwell 4. Rachel Pots Bouquet Vase from American Crafts by Robbie Dein 5. Avital’s Apiaries All Purpose Balm from Sunny Days 6. Freshly Squeezed Onesie from Alphabet Soup 7. Giant Bubble Wand from Cat’s Pajamas 8. Seed Bead Citrus Earrings from Petrune 9. Ithaca Is Gorges Hat from T-Shirt Express 10. Late Migrations Book from Odyssey Bookstore 11. Lolalove Pottery Mug from Ithacamade 12. Hemlock Goldie Bandana from Sparks + Embers 13. Spirit and Kitsch Greeting Card from Ithacamade 14. Kinfield Cooling Aloe Mist from The Bloomwell 15. Embroidered Tapestry from Sew Green

GREEN PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS 1. The Flavor Equation Book from Buffalo Street Books 2. Emerald Green Polka Dot Dress from Petrune 3. Ferns: Indoors-Outdoors-Growing-Crafting Book from Buffalo Street Books 4. Flour Sack Screen Printed Bee Tea Towel from Home Green Home 5. House Plant in Concrete Pot from Bool’s Flower Shop 6. Half a Lime Squeeze Stress Relief Toy from Cat’s Pajamas 7. Kazi Handcrafted Elephant Straw Ghana Fan

from The Bloomwell 8. Green Heart of the Finger Lakes Mug from Sunny Days 9. Africa’s Best Original Olive Oil Conditioners from Mane and Wigs 10. Avec Yuzu & Lime Mixer from The Bloomwell 11. Aloe Explosion Bar Soap from The Cornell Store 12. Summer Turquoise Exotic Sand Sculpture from American Crafts 13. Making Dogs Happy Book from Buffalo Street Books 14. Meditate Stone from One World Market 15. Revive SunMed Lemongrass Bath Soak from Your CBD Store

SHOPPING Art and craft galleries, independent boutiques, home and kitchen décor, music and sport stores line the Ithaca Commons and surrounding streets making Downtown Ithaca the most diverse shopping district in Tompkins County. The Ithaca Commons – a unique pedestrian center lined with locally-owned establishments – is at the heart of it all.

DIRECTORY Antiques & Coins Cayuga Coins K1 Dewitt Mall, 277-3301 Collectible coins and stamps

Pastimes Antiques K1 Dewitt Mall, 277-3457

Ithaca’s fun, affordable antique shop

Art Galleries Community Arts Partnership ArtSpace J16 110 N. Tioga St. (Inside the Tompkins Center for History & Culture), 273-5072

A gallery for the exhibit of works by local artists. New exhibits monthly.

Community School of Music & Arts (CSMA) P8 330 E. State St., 272-1474

Classes for all ages. Gallery featuring exhibits by local and national artists

The Ink Shop Printmaking Center & Olive Branch Press P8 330 E. State St., 2nd floor, 277-3884 Printmakers’ center, fine art press and gallery

Jon Reis Photography F8 102 W. State St., (607) 272-1966 Commercial & fine art photograher

State of the Art Gallery F11 120 W. State St., 277-1626

Fine painting and sculpture exhibits

DURING THE PANDEMIC, PLEASE CHECK SHOP HOURS BEFORE MAKING YOUR PLANS.

Books

Clothing & Shoes

Autumn Leaves Used Books J9 115 The Commons, 273-8239 60,000 used books, 40,000 records and a café all under one roof

Buffalo Street Books K1 Dewitt Mall, 273-8246

Ithaca’s community-owned cooperative bookstore

Christian Science Reading Room J4 117 S. Cayuga St., 272-1650

Selling The Christian Science Monitor, Bibles and other Biblebased books

Comics for Collectors Q4 124 W. State St., 272-3007 Fantasy, trade paperback, limited editions and new publishers of comics

Odyssey Bookstore D3 115 W. Green St., 269-5800 Something for everyone

Children

Adrina Dietra E15 112 W. Green St., 286-0123

Luxury lingerie & apothecary goods for women and men.

Benjamin Peters J24 120 The Commons, 273-1371 Fine men’s clothing; footwear for men & women

Breathe J16 171 The Commons, 273-3700 Fashions for women of all sizes and all body types

Cobblers Cottage J34 150 The Commons, 273-2951 Quality women’s shoes & accessories

Fibers K1 Dewitt Mall, 277-2777

Art to wear, jewelry, accessories and more

Homegrown Skateshop J19 104 The Commons, 273-0430 Skateboards, shoes & clothing

Ithaca Sheepskin J28 134 The Commons, 277-0833

Alphabet Soup 109A 171 The Commons, 272-6885

Handcrafting quality sheepskin garments since 1979

Cat’s Pajamas K1 Dewitt Mall, 272-5582

Fun & funky clothes for women

Fun, creative, educational and interactive toys, puzzles & books

Ithaca’s store for kids & kids at heart

Loose Threads J23 118 The Commons, 275-3359

Narrative Space Q6 213 N. Aurora St.#1, 319-0067

Specializing in future hand-medowns and eventual heirlooms

Petrune J26 128 The Commons, 277-1930 New & vintage clothing, antiques & accessories

Trader K’s J10 119 The Commons, 272-4011 Buy & sell clothing for all ages

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SHOPPING Urban Outfitters I4 131 E. Green St., 216-1527

Hip fashion and accessories for men & women

Fabric & Yarn SewGreen F7 112 N. Cayuga St., 319-4106 Fabric, yarn, vintage sewing machines, sewing classes

Florist Bool’s Flower Shop Q5 209 N. Aurora St., 272-8410

Ithaca’s oldest flower shop since 1894

Gift Shops 15 STEPS J16 171 The Commons, 272-4902 American crafts, extraordinary jewelry, clothing, jewelry and chocolates.

American Crafts by Robbie Dein J38 158 The Commons, 277-2846 Supporting American crafters for 44 years; “Life’s a Gift”

Book Sale Gallery E7 103 W. State St., 272-1906 Adult novelty & gift shop

Handwork F8 102 W. State St., 273-9400

Ithaca’s cooperative craft store

Ithacamade K1 Dewitt Mall, 272-1396

Featuring creative Ithaca artists and products

Mockingbird Paperie J30 142 The Commons, 319-0556 Artful papers, stationery & gifts

Multi-Faceted Minerals J51 218 The Commons, 319-5499 Providing gems, minerals and custom jewelry

One World Market J16 171 The Commons, 256-0616 Fair trade gifts that give twice

Sunny Days of Ithaca J17 215 The Commons, 319-5260

Gifts and souvenirs from Ithaca, the Finger Lakes & beyond

The Brain Shoppe J49 210 The Commons, 277-7577 Brain teaser puzzles, STEM kits, and fun stuff for all ages

Rosie 102 N. Tioga St.,(855)767-4366

Shop online from local grocery stores for delivery or in­-store pickup.

Shortstop Deli C1 200 W. Seneca St., 273-1030

Hot & cold sandwich deli & mini mart

Health Services

The Cornell Store J18 102 The Commons, 272-1513

Ithaca Cayuga Optical Service J28 134 The Commons, 273-4231

Cornell apparel and merchandise

Full service professional eye care center since 1948

Tibet Store J7 107 The Commons, 272-3785

Optivision of Ithaca J20 106 The Commons, 272-7441

International gifts from the Far East

T-Shirt Express J49 116 The Commons, 273-6667

The place for Cornell, Ithaca College & “Gorges” merchandise

Gourmet Foods F. Oliver’s Oils and Vinegars J36 154 The Commons, 273-2585

Oils & vinegars from around the world

Groceries & Markets Commons Market J57 122 N. Aurora St., 273-3236 Convenience store, lottery tickets

Greenstar Natural Foods Market K1 Dewitt Mall, 273-8213

Deli, fresh baked breads & pastries, fresh brewed coffees, sushi

Ithaca Halal Meat & Grocery F15

110 W. Green St, 319-9110

Wide selection of international foods and halal meats.

Ithaca Mini Mart E11 124 S. Cayuga St.

Craft beer, soda, and sanwiches. Opening this fall!

Press Bay Food Hub F15 110-1 W. Green St. pressbayalley.com/about-foodhub

Providing a transfer hub for preordered goods from local farms.

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Large frame selection and full lab facility

Home DEcor Contemporary Trends P1 121 N. Aurora St., 273-5142

Scandinavian & domestic furniture & accessories of good design

Littlestone Designs, 210 W. State St. 607-280-3252

Expressive Furniture for Exceptional People

Jewelers Mansour Jewelers J29 140 The Commons, 272-1810

Custom jewelry and onsite repairs.

Schooley’s Jewelry J35 152 The Commons, 273-3471

Fine Swiss watches, fine diamonds & precious gems

LIFESTYLE Home Green Home J26 126 The Commons, 319-4159 Fresh

choices for your eco-conscious home & lifestyle.

New Location on the Commons

Sparks + Embers E17 118 W. Green S., 251-269-2111

Ithaca’s Lifestyle Boutique selling apparel, skincare, homeware, supplies, and vibes.

The Bloomwell E5 111 W. State St., 319-4845 Modern lifestyle store & clean apothecary specializing in products from artisanal brands & smallbatch makers who prioritize quality, design & sustainability

Massage Services Healing Hands of Ithaca H3 108 W. Buffalo, 272-9002 Great massage, great location, great deal.

Shoji Arts J57 120 N. Aurora St., 592-2689

Hands-on healing arts, massage therapy and yoga instruction.

The Relaxation Point H3 108 W. Buffalo St., #1, 379-1639

An integrative holistic approach to massage.

Music Stores Angry Mom Records J9 115 The Commons, 319-4953 40,000 used and new vinyl and CDs

Ithaca Guitar Works Dewitt Mall, 272-2602

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Smoke Shops Exscape Smoke Shop J37 156 The Commons, 256-4200 Vaporizers, tapestries, glass, incense

Headdies Glass Gallery J21 110 The Commons, 645-0500 American pipe art, vaporizers

Pharmacy/Herbal Medicine Bramble E15 112 W. Green St., 379-0113

Bulk herbs, medecine making supplies, local herb products & classes

Nature’s Apothecary J4 115 S. Cayuga St., 273-3100 A compounding pharmacy

Your CBD Store Q2 308 E. Seneca St., (845) 244-0868

compounding Salons,pharmacy Barbers &

Mane & Wigs J6

Alta Spa & Salon P6 308 E. State St., 273-6818

Narrative Space Q6 213 N. Aurora St. #1, 319-0067

Beau Visage K1 Dewitt Mall, 272-2773

Salon Salon Q9 309 E. Buffalo St., 277-1245

Big Time Barber Shop K1 112 W. Green St., 272-2773

Tru Dat E17 118 W. Green St., 220-7609

Skincare

Full range of skin care, body care and hair care services

Full range of esthetic facial services

A barber shop in Press Bay Court

Cayuga Nail Salon P2 115 N. Aurora St., 319-5028 Manicures and pedicures

Center Hair Cutters J16 Center Ithaca, 272-8685

A comfortable shop for talk and styling

Changes Cutting Studio J57 120 N. Aurora St., 272-0090

Stylish atmosphere, exceptional results

God With Us Barber Shop J6 107 S. Cayuga St., 220-8427 Walk-ins welcome

Hair-Color-Art E15 112 W. Green St. 229-0200

109 S. Cayuga St., 339-0012 Beauty supply store

Barber shop, grooming accessories

Experienced & well-trained stylists

A barber shop in Press Bay Alley

V’s Hair Salon E10 118 S. Cayuga St., 275-9413

Cozy and relaxing studio-style salon

Services John’s Tailor Shop J18 102 The Commons, 273-3192 Fast, friendly service

Korik’s Custom Tailoring J49 208 The Commons, 272-1217 Established European tailor

Lena Gadgets J7 101 S. Cayuga St., 319-0966

Cell phone repair, service and accessories

Inclusive, welcoming space for people of all hair types.

Hairy Canary Clip Joint F6 116 N. Cayuga St., 273-2221 A “Best of Ithaca” favorite specializing in color, highlights and cuts

Hare & Bristle J26 126 The Commons, upstairs in Petrune, 379-8080 Cozy-vintage vibe

H & M Beauty Salon & Barber Shop J6 105 S. Cayuga St., 280-2062 Cuts, colors, perms, highlights. Spanish/English Julie Stone Salon J25 124 E. State St., 275-3640

Center for tasteful & expert hair styling

Luna Love Holistic Hair Studio K1 Dewitt Mall, 414-2663

Full range of esthetic facial services

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SHOPPING Old Goat Gear Exchange 320 E. State St., 319-4388

Wines & Liquors

Medusa Tattoo Studio F12 126 W. State St., 277-4474

Sporting GoodS

The Cellar d’Or Wine & Cider Shop J28 136 The Commons, 319-0500

Custom tattoos

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Model Citizen Tattoo A1 206 W. Green St., 277-2108

Quality new and used outdoor clothing and gear

The Outdoor Store J48 206 The Commons, 273-3891

Serving Ithaca for over 50 years with all your sporting goods.

From smallest to the biggest one-ofa-kind custom tattoos

Specializing in unique, estatebottled wines & hard ciders from around the world at all price points

Stiehl’s Body Modification E11 120 S. Cayuga St., 256-7175

Sam’s Wine & Spirits E12 126 S. Cayuga St., 272-2827

Piercing, tattooing and branding

Tattoos

Wines & liquors from all over the world, large selection of Finger Lakes wine

Here’s To You Tattoo 418 E. State St., Ste 103 319-3103 Custom tattoos

15% OFF 308 E. Seneca St. (with mention of this a d)

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ART GALLERIES The amazing art galleries in downtown are showcasing the work of local artists and beyond.

With frequently rotating exhibits, the galleries always have something new for you to explore.

Community Arts Partnership ArtSpace J39 110 N. Tioga St. (inside Tompkins Center for History and Culture), 273-5072 The ArtSpace is a multi-use space for the exhibit of works by local artists coordinated by the Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County. A new exhibit hangs monthly throughout the year. Located inside the Visitor Center on the Ithaca Commons, at Center Ithaca, the location contains a wealth of information.

artspartner.org

State of the Art Gallery (SOAG) F11 120 W. State St., 277-1626 State of the Art exhibits original works of fine art: paintings, drawings, photography, textiles, sculpture, collage, assemblage, and prints that express the unique personal vision of the gallery’s artists. Twice a year, the gallery hosts juried competitions—in March, the annual photography show and in December, an all-media (except photography) juried show. The gallery is a cooperative owned and operated by artists of the Finger Lakes region of New York state and supported in part with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Partnership. Wed.-Sun. soagithaca.org

Community School of Music & Arts P8 330 E. State St., 272-1474 For 50 years, CSMA has provided instruction in the visual arts, music, dance, theater and languages for students of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds, enriching the lives of more than 1300 students each year. In addition, the school hosts several gallery spaces with monthly rotating exhibits including First Friday music. csma-ithaca.org

The Ink Shop Printmaking Center & Olive Branch Press P8 330 E. State St. (at CSMA), 2nd Floor, 277-3884 The Ink Shop Printmaking Center promotes fine art prints, works on paper, and artists’ books. Since 1999, The Ink Shop has operated a professional, open access, community-based printmaking facility and gallery. The Ink Shop offers exhibitions related to prints and works on paper including artist books, a “Talk Print” series in which artists present and discuss their work and techniques, Olive Branch Press, which publishes invited artists’ prints or artist books, workshops for established and emerging artists, and a year-round studio facility for printmakers and bookmakers. ink-shop.org

COVID-19 UPDATE:

Please check online with each gallery to learn more about their visitation options & online resources.

EVERY FIRST FRIDAY! Downtown Ithaca art galleries and businesses host exciting evening art exhibit openings every month showcasing recent work of rotating local, national, and international artists.

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The dining scene in Ithaca is as flavorful and diverse as the community itself. Scattered throughout the downtown sector are a variety of dining establishments to f it every taste, budget, and occasion: f rom upscale bistros to casual cafes; f rom authentic delicatessens to intimate taverns. During the summer months outdoor dining is plentiful along the bustling sidewalks of downtown Ithaca too!

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Bars & Nightlife Bar Argos S3 408 E. State St., 319-4437

Located in the historic Argos Inn.

Bike Bar Ithaca P7 314 E. State St.,

Bicycle-themed bar serving local craft beverages & spirits

Chanticleer E8 101 W. State St., 272-9678 Historic tavern

Lot 10 Bar & Lounge E9 106 S. Cayuga St., 2 floor bar & club 272-7224 Innovative cocktails and nightlife

Lucky Hare Brewing E17 116 E. Green St., 546-2036

Freshest craft beer possible in the Finger Lakes

Moonies Bar & Nightclub J21 114 The Commons, (201) 625-2918 Relaxed atmosphere

Nowhere Special Libations Parlor F9

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Café Dewitt K1 Dewitt Mall, 273-3473

Sacred Root Kava Lounge & Tea Bar E1 103 S. Geneva St., 272-5282

Capital State Kitchen F2

The Range J10 119 The Commons, 555-1212

Western saloon-themed bar

Coltivare I1 235 S. Cayuga St., 882-2333

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22 Taps and Revelry Galore.

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Pete’s Cayuga Bar E10 116 S. Cayuga St., 272-9697

The Downstairs E4 121 W. MLK, Jr. St., 262-0047

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Award winning brunch

Serving kava & organic & local teas

Collegetown Bagels P10 301 E. State St., 273-2848

Conversational atmosphere until 1am Bakery & deli, great sandwiches

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Casablanca Pizzeria J8 111A The Commons, 272-7777

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Cayuga Lake Creamery K1 Dewitt Mall, 227-3987

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Gorgers F10 116 W. State St., 319-5046

Internationally inspired sub sandwiches. L D K

Greenhouse Cafe & Cocktail Lounge P6 320 E. State St., 319-0223

Thoughtful drinks & provisions featuring locally grown/sourced ingredients.

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Hawi Ethiopian J5 113 S. Cayuga St., 277-4294 Ethiopian cuisine. L

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Hound & Mare J56 118 N. Aurora St., 319-4463

Cafe serving breakfast, lunch and fresh baked goods!

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Ithaca Ale House P3 111 N. Aurora St., 256-7977

Featuring microbrews and great food. L D K W LN

Ithaca Social Pub & Grille at the Hotel Ithaca D1 222 S. Cayuga St., 272-1000

Dining in classic American Style

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Just a Taste Wine & Tapas Bar J56

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Kilpatrick’s Publick House K5 130 E. Seneca St., 273-2632 Traditional Irish Pub Br L

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Kimchi J25 124 The Commons, 339-0790 Authentic Korean dishes L

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La Bodega K1 Dewitt Mall, 424-653-4900

Authentic Spanish Tapas & Deli L

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Mahogany Grill J55 112 N. Aurora St., 272-1438

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Mama Said Hand Pies E17 118 W. Green St., 280-5941

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Mercato Bar & Kitchen J54 108 N. Aurora St., 319-5171 Italian-inspired cuisine D W

Mia Tapas Bar & Restaurant J27 130 The Commons, 277-2000 High-end Pan-Asian cuisine. D W

Monks on the Commons p10 120 S. Aurora St., 272-2222 Soulful food & Sinful Cocktails.

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One Ring Donuts E15 Locally made, seasonally inspired donuts D K W

Ooy’s Deli Q3 203 N. Aurora St., 319-4022 D K

Pizza Aroma E12 128 S. Cayuga St., 273-6165

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Thai Basil Restaurant F10 118 W. State St., 319-4722

The Strand Cafe P10 115 Seneca Way, 277-0230

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Tian Jin Foods J16 Center Ithaca, 917-731-2258

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Sammy’s Pizza J17 215 The Commons, 272-2666

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Waffle Frolic J32 146 The Commons, 319-0999

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Sweet Melissa’s C1 200 W. Seneca St., 277-0090 L

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SERVICES Banks CFCU Transformation Center J46 & J47 202 The Commons, 257-8500 Chase Bank p9

Tompkins Trust Co. Drive-Up 119 E. Seneca St.

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Tompkins Trust Co. ATM J39 110 N. Tioga St. at the History Center

301 E. State St., 645-3119 Community Bank N1 200 E. Buffalo St., 101B, 272-4880 Key Bank L3 300 N. Tioga St., 273-1431

M & T Bank ATM J17 Rothschild Building 215 E. State St., under the outdoor awning Sunoco APlus Gas Station 210 S. Cayuga St.

M & T Bank J40 118 N. Tioga St., 274-8948 Tompkins Trust Company 118 E. Seneca St., 273-3210

CFCU ATM J47 202 The Commons, 257-8500

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Commons Market 122 N. Aurora St.

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The State Theatre 107 W. State St.

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Green Street Bus Stop indoor waiting area I3 131 E. Green St.

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ADVENTURES Downtown Ithaca is host to an impressive array of events, activities and exhibitions, including the city’s many festivals which flood the spacious venue sometimes spilling out onto the adjacent streets.

Every season offers exciting entertainment opportunities. Even as we navigate these uncertain times, businesses are operating with extra-stringent new health and safety guidelines, and gatherings are limited in size, Downtown Ithaca still has plenty of adventures to offer. Touted in the New York Times as one of America’s “Best Emerging Cities,” Ithaca is unquestionably the ideal playground for all.

Arts & CuLTure The State Theatre E5 107 W. State St., (607) 277-8283

Ithaca’s historic State Theatre had its opening night on December 6, 1928. The building dates to 1915 and was originally an automobile garage and showroom. Today the 1600 seat State Theatre offers a calendar of events featuring performances of nationally recognized performers, outstanding regional groups, dance companies and theatre troupes. Please check the website for updates at stateofithaca.com or call 607-277-8283.

COVID-19 UPDATES: Please check online for reopening updates.

Cinemapolis J1 120 E. Green St., (607) 277-6115

Where can you see more Oscar winning films plus all of your favorites? At Cinemapolis, Ithaca’s independent first-run movie theater!

Open seven days a week, “The Mop” showcases the best in independent, international, and art house cinema. The theater also features an array of special events and unique concessions including the best popcorn in Ithaca as well as home-baked treats and Ben and Jerry’s ice cream. Cinemapolis is located in the Green Street parking garage complex. Find out more at: cinemapolis.org or call 607-277-6115.

COVID-19 UPDATES: Please check online for reopening updates.

The History Center in Tompkins County J39 110 N. Tioga St., (Inside the Tompkins Center for History & Culture), (607) 273-8284

The History Center is a must-see cultural destination, delivering vibrant exhibit and program experiences. It is a captivating destination, providing a place for visitors to better understand the past, experience the present, and imagine the future of Tompkins County. As a must-see gathering point for both residents and visitors, the vibrant facility instills an appreciation for our community’s global impact and promotes further exploration into the community.

Conveniently located in the same facility is the Downtown Visitors Center, where visitors can learn more about things to do in and around the county. thehistorycenter.net.

COVID-19 UPDATES: The History Center is currently open 4 days a week, Wednesdays-Saturdays, 10am-5pm.

Appointment/Reservations required. Book a visit and find more virtual activities online.

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Tompkins County Public Library i2 101 E. Green St., (607) 272-4557

The Library offers something for everyone – CDs and DVDs, classic works and contemporary titles, a diverse offering of programs and exhibits, digital resources, free internet and wi-fi. If you’re looking for it, you’ll find it at the Tompkins County Public Library! tcpl.org

Entertainment & Activities

Bike Bar P7 314 E. State St., 100 (607)

Bike Bar is Ithaca’s lone bike-inspired tap room.

Live music or entertaining events are held on Thursdays. bikebarithaca.com

Lot 10 Bar & Lounge E9 106 S. Cayuga St., 2nd Floor, (607) 272-7224

Lot 10 is Ithaca’s two floor cocktail lounge, food and night club, featuring daily drink specials, live entertainment, Let It Slide restaurant, DJ’s and dancing, along with a pool table and juke box.

Lot 10 is the perfect destination for cutting loose and unwinding with friends. Check their events calendar for karaoke and comedy nights. More information available at: lot-10.com COVID-19 UPDATES: Temporarily closed. Please check online for reopening details.

The Range J10 119 E. State St., 2nd Floor

Coltivare i1 235 S. Cayuga St., (607) 882-2333

Coltivare is our region’s culinary art, wine, and hospitality training center, operated by the local community college, TC3, utilizing produce grown from their own teaching organic farm. Along with teaching students, Coltivare offers the public its own restaurant that features unique and seasonal menus. The center also provides classes and workshops to the public. Coltivare has a spectacular event space for up to 250 guests and is perfect for any special occasion. The culinary lab and amphitheater are unique venues for workshops, cooking demonstrations and wine tastings. coltivareithaca.com

The Range is Downtown Ithaca’s go to venue for Live Music and Dancing. They host a monthly Salsa Night, Tango Night and Swing Dancing.

They are proud to host many fund-raisers throughout the year. Stop in and check out their wide Brew selection, Happy Hour specials and Free Popcorn! therangeithaca.com COVID-19 UPDATES: Temporarily closed, with limited virtual performances on Facebook Live.

Please check online for reopening details and virtual events.

Live Music Bar Argos S3 408 E. State St., (607) 319-4437

Nestled in the historic Argos Inn, Bar Argos prides itself on craft cocktails highlighting local ingredients.

The setting is a lovely backdrop for evening libations with friends and colleagues. Check their events calendar for live music several nights per week, a book club, food truck nights, and more. argosinn.com

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ADVENTURES ADVENTURES NATURE

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Waterfalls: After all, Ithaca is Gorges!

Five hundred generations ago, glaciers a mile high melted to a landscape of crystal lakes, jagged gorges and thundering waterfalls. The waterfalls are found along creeks that flow into Cayuga Lake. Many parks with trails will have a gorge trail, which follows the creek and along the edge of the gorge there will be an overlook to the falls.

Hangar Theatre 801 Taughannock Blvd/Rte 89, (607) 273-8588

Photo Credit: Christopher Ray courtesy of Visit Ithaca

Cascadilla Creek Gorge

Connecting the Cornell campus to downtown (“the greenway connecting town and gown”).

One of Cornell Plantations’ natural areas, this gorge is a natural greenway in the heart of an urban area. Gorge walk is 1.3 miles with many stairs. Enter at Linn St. near Downtown.

Ithaca Falls

The cascading fall is Fall Creek’s final plunge to Cayuga Lake.. With a drop of 150ft and width of 175ft, Ithaca Falls is the region’s most powerful and most impressive. By 1817, a half-dozen mills were operating here, their ruins are still visible on the south bank. Directions: From Downtown Ithaca, take Aurora St. north 0.7mi to Lincoln St. Turn right, then take an immediate left onto Lake St. The falls will be on your right.

Additional waterfall and gorge experiences can be had close to downtown including Taughannock Falls State Park, Buttermilk Falls State Park and Robert Treman State Park. For more information go to VisitIthaca.com or stop by and pick up your waterfall guide at the Visitor Center.

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The Hangar Theatre is a professional regional theatre that opened in 1975, in a renovated municipal airport hangar. The Hangar Theatre is located just 2 miles from downtown Ithaca on Route 89 at the Treman Marina entrance of Cass Park. hangartheatre.org COVID-19 UPDATES: Please visit their website for reopening updates.

The Kitchen Theatre 417 W. State St., (607) 273-4497

With a full lineup of productions, the Kitchen Theatre is “Bold, Intimate, and Engaging”. For scheduled productions see below. kitchentheatre.org COVID-19 UPDATES: Please check online for re-opening updates.

TOURS & WALKS Discovery Trail

8 world-class locations in Ithaca connecting science, nature and culture. Cayuga Nature Center, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Cornell Botanic Gardens, The History Center, Johnson Museum of Art, Museum of the Earth, Sciencenter, Tompkins County Public Library. Visit discoverytrail.com for detailed listings of events, exhibitions and programs for all ages year-round.

Essential Workers Banner Walk

The model, at 1 to 5-billion scale, just exactly fits in the 1,200-meter distance between the Ithaca Commons and the Sciencenter. The exhibit, represented by murals during Commons construction, begins adjacent to American Crafts at 158 The Commons.

Enjoy a cell phone audio tour narrated by Bill Nye, The Science Guy, and the Asteroid station, featuring a touchable, 40-kg meteorite. Pick up your guidebook to the exhibit,

Downtown Ithaca created a lightpole banner collection on display to honor and xpress gratitude to the many frontline and essential workers in the community who kept things going during the spring and early summer Covid-19 shutdown. The banners hang on lightpoles on the North side of the Ithaca Commons. They will be on display now through early November 2020.

Passport to the Solar System, at the Sciencenter or Visitor Center, or start your audio tour by dialing (703) 637-6237. The tour takes approximately 30 minutes.

The Sciencenter is located at 601 First St. in Ithaca and is part of the Discovery Trail discoverytrail.com For more information visit sciencenter.org.

Experience! The Finger Lakes

If you are interested in extending your experience beyond the downtown area, Experience! The Finger Lakes can take you there with convenient pickup at the Hotel Ithaca. With guided tours, Experience! The Finger Lakes can drive you, or provide you with an itinerary to get the most out of your visit.

For booking info visit experiencefingerlakes.com or call 607-233-4818.

Looking to put together a well-rounded trip enjoying Downtown Ithaca and the fun outdoor activities around the area? Stop in at any one of the 3 Tompkins County Visitor Centers to craft your Ithaca experience or visit visitithaca.com Downtown Visitor Center 110 N. Tioga St., Inside the Tompkins Center for History & Culture, (607) 273-7482 Open Thursdays-Saturdays 10am-5pm East Shore Visitor Center 904 East Shore Dr., (607) 272-1313 Next to Stewart Park on the picturesque shore of Cayuga Lake.

Temporarily Closed

Carl Sagan Planet Walk

The Sagan Planet Walk, a scale model of the Solar System, is named in memory of Carl Sagan—a respected scientist and member of the Ithaca community for nearly 30 years.

The Sagan Planet Walk seeks to inspire wonder about the immense scale of the cosmos and our precious and fragile relationship with it.

Taughannock Visitor Center Taughannock Park Rd., Trumansburg, (607) 209-008 Open seasonally, May - October at Taughannock Falls Overlook COVID-19 UPDATES: Please check online for updates regarding locations reopening. Online information & virtual concierge assistance available at visitithaca.com

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WHERE TO STAY Downtown Ithaca is host to three full service hotels (with more on the way) located within one block of the Ithaca Commons. With additional accommodation within walking distance or a short drive, you can find a place to stay that suits your family’s needs and your budget. For additional lodging options go to VisitIthaca.com or visit the Bed and Breakfast of Ithaca site at bbithaca.com.

Hotels & Inns Argos Inn S3 408 E. State St., 319-4437 argosinn.com Argos Inn, built in 1831, is currently on the state historic register and will soon be on the national historic register. As well as guest rooms, Argos has a neighborhood cocktail lounge and event space, all lovingly restored over the course of two years into a Leed-certified boutique hotel.

The Hilton Garden Inn K5 130 E. Seneca St., 277-8900 hiltongardeninn.com Situated on the Ithaca Commons, The Hilton Garden Inn is a fullservice hotel with 104 guest rooms, indoor pool, fitness center and onsite restaurants.

Hotel Ithaca D1 222 S. Cayuga St., 272-1000 thehotelithaca.com Conveniently located Downtown, the Hotel Ithaca offers 181 guest

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rooms, banquet facilities, indoor pool, fitness center and a full-service restaurant and bar.

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons P10 120 S. Aurora St., 272-2222 marriott.com/ITHMC The Ithaca Marriott inDowntown is a full-service branded hotel with 159 guest rooms and 3,000 square feet of meeting space. The Bar + Restaurant, Monks on the Commons, serves three meals a day featuring locally sourced food with both indoor and outdoor seating.

Canopy by Hilton P10 324 E. State St., 277-0230 canopyithaca.com Ithaca’s newest hotel. The stateof-the-art boutique hotel- Canopy

by Hilton. This 125 room hotel features one of a kind local décor and The Strand bistro cafe with a menu featuring locally sourced ingredients and local craft beverage.

The Canopy is only one of 11 Canopy Hotels built worldwide.

Hotel Ithaca

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Bed & Breakfasts William Henry Miller Inn 303 N. Aurora, 256-4553 millerinn.com Part of the East Hill Historic District, this lovely home was built in 1880 by Cornell University’s first student of architecture. Sumptuous breakfast offerings as well as evening dessert.

Inn on Columbia 228 Columbia St., 272-0204 columbiabb.com

Built in 1830 in the Greek Revival style and surrounded by scenic gardens, architect/owner Kenn Young has designed interior spaces and furniture to provide guests with a relaxed and casual feeling of elegance.

Hilton Garden Inn

gift shop ~ gallery ~ souvenirs One-stop shopping for everything that makes Ithaca & the Finger Lakes so incredibly special!

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